Bulls book big finals showdown at Sounness

Mt Barker will host an elimination final at Sounness Park after thrashing Albany by 104 points in the final match of the regular season this afternoon.

Heading into the round 15 contest at Centennial Stadium, the Bulls simply had to win in order to leapfrog North Albany into third place and by half time all signs were pointing up the highway.

The Bulls kicked eight goals in the second quarter to open up a 46-point advantage and after holding a pressing Sharks at bay in the third term, they coasted clear in the fourth.

Again the visitors managed eight goals, this time in the fourth, as they ran rampant over a side who had their season coming to a close.

Jesse Wynne was outstanding in the victory, leading the way with six majors including four before half time, while Nic Chidgzey, David Stone and Peter Taylor were also crucial in the 23.14 (152) to 7.6 (48) result.

Adam Tissott was sent forward and kicked four last quarter goals while Dionne Woods booted three to wrap up his first Sean Plaisted Medal.

The Sharks had their moments but skill errors going forward hurt them on the counter and they were held scoreless in a disappointing last quarter of 2019.

Camera IconAlbany's Coen Marwick looks to break out of the centre.Picture: Laurie Benson

Bryce Blaszkow worked tirelessly in the middle and kicked two goals while Fraser Eaton, Coen Marwick and Robbie Lee (two goals) were also in their better players.

The Bulls now have a home elimination final against the Kangas this Sunday to look forward to.

Challenging the league leaders all day, the Kangas weren't able to pull off a massive upset yesterday as they missed their chance to secure a home first semifinal.

Royals held on to record a 14.15 (99) to 9.13 (67) win at Collingwood Park, the Kangas within striking distance until midway through the final quarter.

Jacob Hobbs (four goals) almost managed to pull his side across the line in the fourth quarter, kicking two set shots from strong contested marks, which came after missing two gettable kicks.

The home side wasted three easy opportunities in the third term that could've of seen them over hit the front on the scoreboard heading into the last break, while their midfield led by Matt Orzel were winning the battle at stoppages.

Corey Ward was the difference for Royals in the end, playing a damaging brand of football of half-back and Jayson Ford didn't skip a beat in the forward line.

Ford finished with five majors for the day and provided plenty of classy kicks to set-up his team mates in front of goal.